Before anyone else could speak, Lady Li eagerly cut in.
"As expected of Hua Jieyu's sister. You're truly beautiful. It's no wonder Prince Zhao abandoned Han Ruren at the altar and ran off for you.
With your looks and figure, you'd be at the top not just in the Prince Mansion, but even here in the Imperial Palace. It truly makes one envious."
These words sounded like praise for Hua Manman, but they were actually meant to stir up resentment against her.
But the other Concubines present were no fools.
They simply smiled and said nothing.
No one wanted to be used as a weapon by Lady Li.
Fearing her younger sister would be bullied, Hua Qingqing immediately stood up and spoke in a soft, gentle voice.
"Thank you for your praise, Lady Li. But when it comes to looks, you are the one who outshines everyone in the rear palace.
I heard that the Saint granted you the title 'Li' precisely because of your stunning beauty.
